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Defaecation pattern and intestinal transit in Nigerian children

F O Akinbami1, O Erinoso, O A Akinwolere

  • 1Department of Paediatrics, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria.

African Journal of Medicine and Medical Sciences
|December 1, 1995
PubMed
Summary

This study on 410 Nigerian children (6 months-5 years) found most had 1-3 daily bowel movements. Mean intestinal transit time was 18.3 hours, aiding in identifying childhood diarrhea and constipation.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Gastroenterology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Understanding normal defecation patterns and intestinal transit time is crucial for pediatric health.
  • Early identification of gastrointestinal issues like diarrhea and constipation in children prevents complications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the defecation patterns and intestinal transit times in healthy Nigerian children aged 6 months to 5 years.
  • To establish baseline data for identifying deviations indicative of diarrhea or constipation.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 410 healthy children (6 months-5 years) utilizing questionnaires and the carmine red marker method.
  • Data collection focused on stool frequency, consistency, volume, and mouth-to-anus transit time.

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Main Results:

  • 95% of children experienced 1-3 bowel movements daily, with frequency decreasing with age.
  • Stool consistency was generally soft, with volumes between 50-75 ml.
  • Mean mouth-to-anus transit time was recorded as 18.3 hours in a subset of 98 children.

Conclusions:

  • The established defecation patterns and transit times provide a reference for Nigerian preschool children.
  • This data supports the early detection of diarrhea and constipation in this population.
  • Dietary habits, including high-residue intake, may influence these patterns.